The Marley family is taking us into their world this Valentine’s Day! Head to your local cinema and watch along as Jamaican singer-songwriter Bob Marley overcomes adversity to become the most famous reggae musician in the world.
It goes without saying that Bob Marley’s music transcends generations and demographics. His legacy lives on through not only his music but also his children and grandchildren and through memories kept alive across different mediums, celebrating his life daily!
But today is one of a kind.
On Wednesday, February 14th, the first-ever Bob Marley biopic hits theaters!
BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE celebrates the life and music of an icon who inspired generations through his message of love and unity. On the big screen for the first time, discover Bob’s powerful story of overcoming adversity and the journey behind his revolutionary music. Produced in partnership with the Marley family and starring Kingsley Ben-Adir as the legendary musician and Lashana Lynch as his wife Rita, BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE is in theatres February 14, 2024.
When is the BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE release date?
Bob Marley: One Love hits theaters everywhere this Valentine’s Day, February 14th!
Where can I watch BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE in NYC?
You can catch Bob Marley: One Love at your favorite cinema in the city, but if you want our suggestion, here is a list of our favorite movie theaters in New York City!
Is BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE on Netflix?
As of right now, there is no news on when Bob Marley: One Love will be streaming and whether it will be featured on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, etc.
Is BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE rated R?
Bob Marley: One Love is rated PG-13 (Smoking Throughout|Marijuana Use|Brief Strong Language|Some Violence).
Who are the characters and actors in BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE?
Kingsley Ben-Adir has the starring role in the film as the icon himself, Bob Marley. He previously starred in films as Barack Obama and Malcolm X, so he is no stranger to walking in legendary shoes. Rita Marley, depicted by Lashana Lynch, was married to Bob Marley for 15 years before he passed away in 1981. Rita was also a reggae singer, born in Santiago de Cuba and raised in Kingston, Jamaica. Lynch is best known for her most recent role as Maria Rambeau in Captain Marvel, The Marvels, and as Captain Marvel in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
James Norton plays Chris Blackwell, who founded Island Records in 1959 and has been credited as the “single person most responsible for turning the world onto reggae music” when he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001. Sheldon Shepherd as Neville Garrick, who is credited with creating the iconic designs associated with the reggae movement as Bob Marley’s art director in the 70s and 80s. Umi Myers will star as Cindy Breakspeare, reggae singer and one of Bob’s known love interests and mother of Damien Marley.
According to Collider, Michael Gandolfini (The Many Saints of Newark), Nadine Marshall (The Smoking Room), Micheal Ward (Top Boy), Anthony Welsh (Starred Up), Tosin Cole (House Party), and Luca Slade (Everything Now) have all been cast roles in Bob Marley: One Love. Joining the cast will be Sam Palladio (Nashville) as The Clash’s Joe Strummer, who famously covered Bob Marley’s “Redemption Song” with Johnny Cash. Additionally, Naomi Cowan (When Morning Comes) will make an appearance as Marcia Griffiths, Hector Donald Lewis as Carlton Carly Barrett, Anna Share Blake (Losing Patience) as Judy Mowatt, Sundra Oakley (Legends) as Diane Jobson, and Alexx A-Game as Peter Tosh have joined the cast in this Bob Marley biopic.
How can I get tickets to see BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE?
You can get tickets to see the movie the old-fashioned way by walking up to a box office, or you can get discounted tickets to see One Love at the NYC Regal Theater !